Practice Question
A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Apply suction in 3 to 4-second increments.
Rationale:
🟢 Short suction times reduce risk of hypoxia and trauma.
🟢 Protects delicate airway in infants.
🟢 Avoids prolonged negative pressure.
🟢 Other steps (catheter size, technique) are important, but suction duration is key.
🟢 Safe practice ensures effective mucus removal.
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ATI PN Nursing Care of Children with NGN-2020
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- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Maternal & Newborn Care
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